Serving 53 students in grades 6-12, Lad Lake Synergy School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lad Lake Synergy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lad Lake Synergy School's student population of 53 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lad Lake Synergy School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lad Lake Synergy School is 0.53, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1722 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
34%
14%
Black
60%
9%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lad Lake Synergy School's ranking?
Lad Lake Synergy School is ranked #1722 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Lad Lake Synergy School often compared to?
Lad Lake Synergy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Groppi High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lad Lake Synergy School?
The graduation rate of Lad Lake Synergy School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lad Lake Synergy School?
53 students attend Lad Lake Synergy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lad Lake Synergy School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lad Lake Synergy School?
Lad Lake Synergy School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lad Lake Synergy School offer ?
Lad Lake Synergy School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lad Lake Synergy School part of?
Lad Lake Synergy School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Lad Lake Synergy School located?
Lad Lake Synergy School is located in the Layton Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Layton Park.
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